Storytelling is one of the things that we enjoyed the most when we were children. It took us to different places, experience different things and learn about things that we have not yet even experienced before. A lot of people today, even adults are hungry for good stories. Stories of...

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How to use Story telling on Facebook]]>GETTING OF NEGATIVE INFLUENCE.Wed, 18 Oct 2017 23:15:34 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/getting-of-negative-influence.2111/
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First of all, please note that not all influences from people are bad. In fact, some people are helping you by influencing you so it’s up to you to define negative...

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The freedom users of social media platforms have gives emotional reactions that often lead to their abuse. Sitting and scrolling through the pages filled with words, images, occasional sounds and videos, one may get enthralled with the wrong intent.

With the continuous rise in civilization all over the world, one would think that human beings will put an end to a lot of archaic practices. Regrettably, this is not so. Africa has continued to disappoint in this aspect. Where other continents are looking to raise their economy and foster...

There is a relationship between how we raise children in Africa and economic growth. We place unnecessary constraints on children in Africa, especially Nigeria, and raise them in an environment of fear and blind obedience in spite of personal beliefs. Most children are forced to pursue the passions of their...

Social Media has undeniably become a part of our everyday lives. Grandmothers and 12-years old alike are opening Facebook accounts, and there are Facebook pages even for people’s dogs and cats. Companies are using Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr, and other social media sites for marketing and advertising....

Belly dancing is most commonly identified in pop culture through its creative costumes, mid-drifts, and coin belts and scarves, as well as its iconic use of the belly in dance moves. Although the west may have developed a view of belly dancing as being a sensual dance for men, the origin of belly dancing is quite different....

The Nigerian dream was hatched about 54 years ago when a group of people with different foundational background and heritage came together to build a formidable colossus that will not only be bound by love and tolerance but will also attest to the possibility of unity in diversity. I...

I shall begin this piece by quoting one of our own stunted youth motivator and crusader for change, Williams Raspberry. He said in 1979 (about the time we obviously have not been born) that “we are losing the generation of youths in our society, I don’t know if...

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The strength of the youth]]>Why are we losing the reading Culture?Tue, 07 Feb 2017 17:41:36 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/why-are-we-losing-the-reading-culture.1592/
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I have always enjoyed world history. There is so much that we don't know and so much that we are still learning today that it simply amazes me. Looking back at where our ancestors came from and the struggles they may have had is fascinating.]]>9Who is Your Favorite Teacher.Tue, 07 Feb 2017 17:14:46 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/who-is-your-favorite-teacher.1558/
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If you fall among the categories of people who valued the impact of teachers in their life, name your favorite teachers and share the memorable moment you had with him/her.]]>3Orangun is a Role Model for All LeadersSun, 22 Jan 2017 19:12:05 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/orangun-is-a-role-model-for-all-leaders.1692/
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Oba Adedokun is a great king who believe that every child deserves quality education which was why he founded The Abolarin College, Oke Ila, a private boarding school where the students pay no school fees. The school is for brilliant children who are from poor family that cannot afford to send them to a good school.

Once a child...

Orangun is a Role Model for All Leaders]]>Do Not Help People to Hurt YouWed, 04 Jan 2017 10:55:17 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/do-not-help-people-to-hurt-you.1675/
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"Mr. Lincoln, You Should Not Forget That Your Father Used to make Shoes for My Family"

....And the Whole Senate Laughed.

They Thought They Had Made a Fool of Lincoln...

But Certain People Are Made Of A Totally Different Kettle.

Lincoln Looked At the Man Directly In the Eyes and Said

"Sir, I Know That...

Do Not Help People to Hurt You]]>Lautech strike, 7 months and counting: the good, the bad and the bizarreSat, 31 Dec 2016 20:04:30 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/lautech-strike-7-months-and-counting-the-good-the-bad-and-the-bizarre.1674/
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Ordinarily, a glance at the title, even the meekest of minds of Lautech students might feel aggrieved and infuriated by the word 'good'. What has been good about the strike? What is so good about being at home for 7 months? idle....

Lautech strike, 7 months and counting: the good, the bad and the bizarre]]>2STRIKE: Buhari Begs ASUUSun, 04 Dec 2016 05:34:20 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/strike-buhari-begs-asuu.1646/
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leadership of Academic Staff Union of
University, ASUU, to appreciate the current
economic challenges that have financially
constrained the Federal Government to meet its
demands.
President Muhammadu Buhari made the
appeal in a message delivered in Owerri, on his
behalf, by the Minister of State for Education,
Professor Anthony Anwuka, during the
convocation ceremony of the Federal University
of Technology, Owerri, FUTO.
“As partners in progress, I...

The coursemate stated that the 27-year-old
graduate of Mass Communication was an
orphan, who struggled to finance his
education from his national diploma days
to the time he finished his higher national
diploma programme.

Source: punching.com]]>Lecturer Slaps Female Student: See What Happened AfterSun, 06 Nov 2016 11:12:58 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/lecturer-slaps-female-student-see-what-happened-after.1609/
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It was learnt that the lecturer is fond of slapping students at will without being reprimanded by the school management. The lecturer who is the head of computer science department slapped a lady who fainted and was rushed to a hospital.

According Mohammed A. Halilu, a facebook user who shared the story,

here’s what happened on Wednesday, November 2:
“Mr A A Zubairu (HOD computer science...

Lecturer Slaps Female Student: See What Happened After]]>SHOCKING: Unilag Rusticates 198 Students, 125 expelled : See ReasonsMon, 17 Oct 2016 07:57:55 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/shocking-unilag-rusticates-198-students-125-expelled-see-reasons.1574/
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Mr Toyin Adebule; the institution deputy registrar said that the action was in zero tolerance of the University on malpractice and other vices.

“Others were caught smoking weeds (Marijuana) right in their halls of residence by their colleagues and reported to the university authorities.
For those who were caught impersonating, writing examinations for others, they will...

SHOCKING: Unilag Rusticates 198 Students, 125 expelled : See Reasons]]>14CRISES: Uniosun Students Kick against management:::: See reasonsTue, 04 Oct 2016 07:44:37 +0000http://www.afritalks.com/threads/crises-uniosun-students-kick-against-management-see-reasons.1543/
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The new policy was established in a parent meeting forum which was held on October 1, 2016 in Osogbo campus
However, the students call the new policy as a means of oppression.

Here is the new school policy:

This is to inform the general students of Osun state University that the management has come up with a new managerial style, which prompt them to make some policies which parents agreed with....